Ducati Monster 1200 2017 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 2017 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 2017 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power147 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque126.2 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
BrandBrandSachsBrandWP
TravelTravel149 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)182 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Ducati Monster 1200 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster 1200 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Ducati Monster 1200

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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